See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy KATHERINE LAWTON, SENIOR NEWS REPORTER Published: 15:19 BST, 30 June 2026 | Updated: 15:51 BST, 30 June 2026
A 22-year-old man was stabbed to death following an alleged row on a night bus in the early hours of this morning. The victim had been riding on the N9 bus in Hounslow, west London, shortly before 2am. Police were called at 1.47am and found the man lying on the pavement at Bath Road, near the junction of Great Southwest Road. Paramedics tried to resuscitate him but he was pronounced dead a short while later. A murder investigation has since been launched, with no arrests made at present. The victim's family have been informed. A row is understood to have broken out on the bus shortly before the fatal stabbing took place. CCTV is being analysed to confirm whether the young man was attacked on the bus or after he got off it. The Met Police said in a statement: 'Detectives from the Homicide Command have launched a murder investigation in Hounslow following the death of a man. A man was stabbed to death after an alleged row on the N9 bus in Hounslow, west London, shortly before 2am this morning Police at the scene on Bath Road, near the junction of Great Southwest Road, today 'Police were called to the junction of Bath Road and Great Southwest Road, TW5 at 01:47hrs on Tuesday, 30 June following reports of a stabbing.'Officers attended the scene with the London Ambulance Service to find a man, aged 22, with serious injuries.'Despite the efforts from emergency services, he was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.'His next-of-kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.'No arrests have been made at this stage, and a large crime scene remains in place with the surrounding roads closed.'Detective Chief Inspector Paul Waller, who is leading the investigation, said: 'Our officers responded quickly with London Ambulance Service and did everything possible to help the victim.'Our thoughts remain with his family and friends.'This is a fast-paced investigation, and enquiries are ongoing.'Patrols from local Neighbourhood Policing Team have been increased in the area and anyone with any concerns is asked to speak to officers.'Any information, no matter how minor it may seem, could prove crucial. CCTV, doorbell or mobile phone footage may provide vital evidence.'This is a breaking news story. More to follow.
